Scoliosis Reduction Center Blog Posts

For people who have scoliosis, dealing with pain is particularly tricky. There are no quick fixes. And expensive, invasive surgeries are never guaranteed to diminish pain levels. Scoliosis pain affects lives negatively and keeps people from participating in the activities they love and enjoy. But for the average person dealing with the condition, there is no obvious solution when it comes to finding relief.

Braces have been used for decades to treat scoliosis among adolescents, but they are actually quite ineffective when it comes to correcting the curvature of the spine. At best, they prevent further irregular curvature. And most of the time, patients who are fitted with braces end up in surgery to correct their condition, which is invasive and life-altering during a critical time in the life of an adolescent.

The fact of the matter is that scoliosis causes vary widely, and in most cases, it is simply not possible to determine a specific cause. To help you better understand scoliosis and its causes, here are some facts that can help you make sense of the condition and how it arises.

Obviously, people believe in chiropractic care and the benefits it provides, particularly when it comes to treating neck and-or back pain. What’s not as well understood is the benefit chiropractic can provide for scoliosis patients. Can a chiropractor heal your scoliosis?

Usain Bolt is the fastest man alive. But what’s most remarkable about Usain Bolt is the fact that he’s accomplished all of this with scoliosis.

Scoliosis symptoms can be obvious and not-so obvious, which is why so many people live with the condition but go undiagnosed for such a long time. The fact is that people don’t always know what to look for. If you are concerned that you or someone you care about may have scoliosis, here are seven scoliosis symptoms you should be aware of.

The adolescent years are a magical time for many of us, and if you are like me, the experiences you had as a teen helped to mold you into the person you are today. Sadly, many teens who have been diagnosed with scoliosis must adjust their lifestyles, choices and plans for the future. Traditional scoliosis treatment options for teens also tend to negatively impact the ability to make the most of what should be a positive and memorable time.

When you get a scoliosis diagnosis, it can be scary. You may be presented with many options, including the prospect of surgery. When patients and parents reach the critical crossroads where surgery seems like the only way out, there’s actually another set of options available to them.

Thank you for joining us here on our blog. We know scoliosis can be confusing, scary, and can leave you with a lot of questions. We’re here to help.